6 months contract with local authority

• Perform vehicle, plant, and equipment inspections, maintenance, and repairs, including specialized repairs and modifications as outlined in the person specification.
  
• Prepare and present vehicles and motorcycles for approved testing stations, ensuring a high pass rate, and conduct MOT tests on designated vehicles.
  
• Execute a variety of tasks in the vehicle workshop, utilizing specific knowledge and skills as specified in the Person Specification.
  
• Conduct scheduled inspections and services on vehicles and equipment to meet high standards and agreed timescales.
  
• Perform safety and maintenance inspections on vehicles and equipment operated by council contractors.
  
• Accurately complete all necessary records, including timesheets and driving hours, and identify, order, and collect parts to maintain operational efficiency.
  
• Adhere to Health and Safety procedures and practices in the workshop environment, promptly reporting any hazards or safety concerns to the Workshop Supervisor.
  
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free work area, and assist in keeping the entire Vehicle Workshop environment in a similar condition.
  
• Operate workshop equipment appropriately and ensure it is returned to the designated storage area after use.
  
• If a nominated key holder, unlock and secure the workshop area when the Workshop Supervisor is unavailable.
  
• Effectively manage workload in line with service priorities and standards, and undertake restricted administrative duties in the absence of the Senior Vehicle Technician.
  
• Keep issued protective clothing and footwear clean and in good condition, following the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.
  
• Attend and complete required training and certification as directed by the Workshop Supervisor.
  
• Provide familiarization training to others as needed, and drive vehicles for various purposes, including collection, delivery, and road testing.
  
• Conduct inspections of cars and light vans purchased by council staff, providing current market valuations using professional guides.
  
• Utilize Information Technology as instructed and in accordance with provided training.
  

• Specific knowledge and skills as identified in the Person Specification.
  
• Compliance with Health and Safety procedures and practices.
  
• Ability to effectively manage workload and prioritize tasks.
  
• Willingness to attend and complete required training and certification.
  
• Familiarity with Information Technology as instructed.